The Inspiring Wāhine Conference

Date: International Rural Women’s Day, 15th October 2024

Location: the Finery, Alexandra, Central Otago

Host: Image Central

Join us for the inaugural Inspiring Wāhine Conference, a day & night dedicated to rejuvenation, connection, and celebration for women, with a special dinner open to all. Fill your cup and be inspired by the stories of incredible wāhine from our rural community and beyond. This year's theme is "Thriving Together: Cultivating Inspiration & Wellbeing".

Who is the Inspiring Wāhine Conference suitable for?
Wāhine that need to take time out to recharge their batteries, reconnect & enjoy the inspiring stories of other wāhine.

Community and Commercial Leaders: Business owners, non-profit leaders, rural residents, aspiring leaders, and policy makers keen to connect and learn from accomplished wāhine in their sectors.
Caregivers and Advocates: Educators, mentors, healthcare workers, community advocates, and philanthropists looking to rejuvenate, connect, and find new ways to impact their communities.
Experienced Mentors: Retirees and senior leaders eager to share their wisdom, continue learning, and inspire change

Conference Highlights:

Networking Opportunities. Meet some of Aotearoa's most esteemed wāhine leaders including Dame Farah Palmer, Dr. Jo Cribb, Kate Scott, Gill Naylor, Loshni Manikam, and Dr. Denise Quinlan.
Enjoy a day filled with thought-proviking discussions, networking, interactive & fun workshops
Celebrating the stories from inspiring wāhine from across Aotearoa New Zealand
Delicious Catering. Enjoy morning and afternoon tea, lunch, pre-dinner nibbles, welcome bubbles, and a three-course dinner, all with warm southern hospitality at the Finery in Alexandra

Morning keynote presentation: Dr. Denise Quinlan recognised as one of the world’s leading resilience experts and a world-class facilitator will share essential skills for having greater calm and focus in your day, to look after your wellbeing, and to be equally, if not more productive.

Panel Discussions: Hear authentic stories of resilience from:

Serena Lyders(Ngāti Porou), Founder of Whānau Consultancy Services
Kuisitina Colailgo, Founder of Pasifika Central Otago
Bernadine Guilleux, Chair of NZ Good Agricultural Practice
Dr. Helen Paterson, Founder of the Rural Woman’s Health Bus

Afternoon Workshops:

Choose from a variety of intertesting topics from menopause, flower arranging, Pasifika zumba, yoga, personal investing, pamper sessions, makeup, personal styling& more. Some workshops may require an additional activity fee and have limited spots. More https://www.inspiringwahine.nz...

Mobile Health Services:

Get your immunizations up-to-date with Ururuwhenua Hauora immunisation bus that will be parked nearby or check out the Rural Woman's Health Bus.

Evening Program:

Optional wine tasting: Hosted by Central Otago Women in Wine at 5:00 PM (limited to 70 participants, $15 per person, booking required).
MC: Loshni Manikam, author and Founder of Thriving Farming Women, will lead the evening activities.

Dinner Speakers:

Dr. Kate Dixon and Jenaya Smith from Health Central discuss their journey in expanding health and emergency services.
Kate Scott, Chair of Rural Leaders New Zealand and Executive Director of Landpro, shares her experiences in leadership and balancing multiple roles.
Megan Longman and Kim Froggat, Co-Founders of Journeys, talk about empowering girls through outdoor adventures.

Keynote: Dame Farah Rangikoepa Palmer, (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato) former Black Ferns captain, shares her inspiring story from growing up on a farm in Pio Pio & all that taught her in terms of resilience and rolling your sleeves up and doing your part.

Tickets:

Early Bird (before 26th Augutst 2024):

Community (Non-Profits/Charities/Individuals & School Teachers): $295 incl GST - booking fees additional
Commercial/Government: $512 incl GST - booking fees additional

Late (after 26th Aug 2024):

Community: $395 incl GST - booking fees additional
Commercial/Government: $626.75 incl GST - booking fees additional

Registrations close at 5:00 PM, 20 September 2024.

Afternoon Workshops:

Details and registrations will be finalised late September. Activity fees need to be received by the organiser by 30 September or as advised by the organiser.

Dinner Tickets:

Subject to availability. Please email info@inspiringwahine.nz to register your interest.

Terms & Conditions:

For event terms and conditions visit www.inspringwāhine.nz

More Information:

For more details, visit visit www.inspringwāhine.nz. Come join us for a day & night of inspiration, connection, and celebration.

We can’t wait to see you there!